• Podcasts

    In every episode, EC&M Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Consultant Russ LeBlanc sit down to discuss difficult-to-decipher concepts surrounding the 2023 National Electrical Code in 10 minutes or less. Designed to bring listeners practical information on how to apply the NEC in real-world settings, this podcast appeals to the entire EC&M audience, including electrical engineers, electricians, electrical contractors, and plant facility personnel. It is produced by EC&M magazine, the technical authority (established in 1901) for electrical professionals who design, construct, and maintain electrical systems for all types of businesses across a variety of vertical markets and industries.

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    In every episode, EC&M brings electrical insights, market data, technical information, and helpful hints to our audience of electrical engineers, electrical contractors, and plant facility personnel. This podcast series is produced by EC&M magazine, the technical authority (established in 1901) for electrical professionals who design, construct, and maintain electrical systems for all types of businesses across a variety of vertical markets and industries. Part of Endeavor Business Media‘s portfolio of publications, EC&M On Air is brought to you by Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson, Managing Editor Ellie Coggins.

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    Ellen Parson highlights "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 3" by Mark Lamendola.
    June 16, 2025
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    EC&M On Air Highlights the Most Unusual Power Outages of 2024
    Episode 74 features an audio-only version of a popular past photo gallery on the wildest causes of electrical outages in the United States and Canada last year.
    June 10, 2025
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    Russ and Ellen discuss wireless and battery-powered switches.
    June 2, 2025
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    EC&M On Air — Understanding Advanced Risk Factors for Electrical Safety
    Episode 73 features an interview with Lanny Floyd, which was conducted at the PowerTest 25 conference, hosted by NETA in March 2025.
    May 27, 2025
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    Ellen Parson highlights "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 2" by Mark Lamendola.
    May 19, 2025
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    EC&M On Air Highlights Safe Ladder Usage with Mark Lamendola
    Episode 72 features an audio-only version of a popular online article from Mark Lamendola.
    May 13, 2025
    EC&M On Air Presents Next-Gen Insights with Khalid Hachil
    Episode 71 features more tips for rising electrical leaders, this time from an electrical engineering perspective.
    May 7, 2025
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    Diving into the sometimes confusing requirements surrounding Sec. 314.29.
    May 5, 2025
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    EC&M On Air — Misconceptions About the Power Quality Industry
    Philip Keebler, technical advisor to PBE Engineers, joins the podcast to discuss PQ issues with Ellen Parson in Episode 70.
    April 29, 2025
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    Ellen Parson highlights "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 1" by Mark Lamendola.
    April 21, 2025
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    A close up of the dictionary definition for 'tariff.' A pink highlighter has highlighted the word 'tariff'.
    In this article read, Ellen Parson features a popular past article, an alert from NECA to its members regarding impending tariffs.
    April 14, 2025
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    In Episode 68, get to know Wes Newton, a 2024 EC&M Under 30 All Star, and learn insights for young leaders in the industry.
    April 10, 2025
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    Philip Keebler, technical advisor to PBE Engineers, covers common misconceptions regarding PQ issues in Episode 67. This is Part 1 of 2.
    March 25, 2025
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    Ellen Parson highlights the member's only article "National Electrical Code 2023 Revision Costs Draw Debate" by Tom Zind.
    March 17, 2025
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    Episode 66 is EC&M On Air's first Next-Gen Insights episode! Today's episode features Yamil Camacho, who shares insights on how to be a young leader in the electrical industry...
    March 12, 2025
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    ICYMI, Ellen reads Kevin Kolhonen's popular past article on KPIs that help you track workplace safety.
    March 10, 2025
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    What are the requirements in Art. 404 regarding snap switches?
    March 3, 2025
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    In Episode 64, the EC&M editors discuss our readers' most popular articles, videos, podcasts, and social media posts from last year.
    Feb. 24, 2025
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    Ellen Parson highlights the member's only article "New York City Modernizes Its Electrical Code" by Tom Zind.
    Feb. 17, 2025
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    Electrical conduit runs on the ceiling of a room. Surrounded by tube-style luminaires.
    Ellen Parson presents an audio-only version of a popular EC&M article on bender basics in Episode 63.
    Feb. 10, 2025
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    A reminder of why Art. 100 definitions are so important.
    Feb. 3, 2025
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    In Episode 62, Ellen and Jim take a deep dive into hot and cold markets, electrical mega projects, and what to expect this year when it comes to the electrical industry.
    Jan. 28, 2025
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    EC&M On Air Highlights How to Avoid Spark Explosions & Use Static Grounding Devices
    ICYMI, Ellen Parson reads a popular article from safety expert Rick Pedley on prevent spark explosions.
    Jan. 23, 2025